scholarly journals Qat Chewing as an Independent Risk Factor for Periodontitis: A Cross-Sectional Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Kaid Al-Sharabi ◽  
Hussien Shuga-Aldin ◽  
Ibrahim Ghandour ◽  
Nezar Noor Al-Hebshi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Independent Risk Factor ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Clinical Attachment Loss ◽  
Holistic Model ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attachment Loss ◽  
Periodontal Index

This study assessed the effect of qat chewing on periodontal health, independent of other risk factors. Four hundred qat chewers and 100 nonchewers (20–50 years) were included. Demographic data and detailed information about chewing and smoking were obtained. Periodontal status was assessed using Community Periodontal Index (CPI) and clinical attachment loss (CAL). The qat chewers were older, included more males and smokers, and had worse oral hygiene but higher education levels; the majority were heavy chewers (mean duration of 14.45 years and frequency of 6.10 days/week). Regression analysis identified age, oral hygiene, education level, and cigarette smoking as independent predictors of periodontal destruction. Adjusted for these, qat chewing showed marginally significant association only with CAL (OR = 4.7;P=0.049). The chewing sides showed significantly higher scores than the nonchewing sides; however, equal scores on both sides or lower scores on the chewing sides (possibly no or beneficial effect) were still observed in 50% of the chewers. Heavy qat chewing is shown here as an independent risk factor for attachment loss. However, the possibility that the habit may have beneficial effects in a subset of the chewers cannot be excluded. A holistic model that resolves the existing contradiction is presented.

scholarly journals Oral Hygiene Status, Periodontal Status, and Periodontal Treatment Needs among Institutionalized Intellectually Disabled Subjects in Kolhapur District, Maharashtra, India

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nilima S. Kadam ◽  
Rahul Patil ◽  
Abhijit N. Gurav ◽  
Yojana Patil ◽  
Abhijeet Shete ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Periodontal Treatment ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stepwise Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Periodontal Status ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Community Periodontal Index

The aim of the study was to determine influence of intellectually disability (ID) on oral hygiene status (OHS), periodontal status (PS), and periodontal treatment needs (PTNs) and investigate the association of these clinical parameters with various sociodemographic and clinical variables among multicentric institutionalized ID subjects aged 5–55 years in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India. This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted by both questionnaire and clinical examination. OHS, PS, and PTNs of these subjects were assessed by recording Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (OHI-S) and Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs, respectively. Analysis of variance and multiple logistic and stepwise linear regression analysis were used for statistical analysis. Of the 576 subjects examined, the mean age of the subjects was 17.50 ± 7.4 years. Subjects with profound level of ID had the highest mean OHI-S, PS, and PTNs scores of 4.47 ± 1.04, 2.84 ± 0.78, and 2.25 ± 0.44, respectively, as compared with other ID groups (P<0.0001). The present study signified that ID subjects had poor OHS and PS with the highest PTNs and were influenced by age (P<0.0001), degree of ID (P<0.0001), SES, location, institution type, and parent’s level education. The present study underlines a considerable need for prevention and treatment of periodontal disease among ID subjects in India.

scholarly journals The association between serum uric acid and diabetic complications in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus by gender: a cross-sectional study

PeerJ ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. e10691
Author(s):  
Yimeng Hu ◽  
Qinge Li ◽  
Rui Min ◽  
Yingfeng Deng ◽  
Yancheng Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Independent Risk Factor ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background The relationship between serum uric acid (SUA) and several diabetic complications or co-morbidities remains a matter of debate. The study aims to explore the association between SUA levels and the prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), diabetic retinopathy (DR), diabetic nephropathy (DN) and diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods A total of 2,809 participants (1,784 males and 1,025 females) were included in this cross-sectional study. Clinical characteristics and the prevalence of each of the four diseases were analyzed based on gender-specific quartiles of SUA levels. The Pearson correlation analysis and linear-regression analysis were used to access the correlation between SUA levels and clinical characteristics. Furthermore, a binary logistic regression analysis was carried out to determine whether SUA was an independent risk factor for each of the four complications. Results SUA levels were positively correlated to BMI, BUN, Scr and TG, but negatively associated with eGFR, HDL, FBG, 2h-PG and HbA1c% for the patients with T2DM. The prevalence of NAFLD and DN, but not DR or DPN, were increased with SUA levels from the first to the fourth quartile. Binary logistic regression further disclosed that SUA was an independent risk factor for NAFLD (ORs Male = 1.002, ∗P = 0.0013; ORs Female = 1.002, ∗P = 0.015) and DN (ORs Male = 1.006, ∗P < 0.001; ORs Female = 1.005, ∗P < 0.001), but not for DR and DPN. After adjustment for the confounders, SUA levels were significantly associated with NAFLD within the 3rd (ORs = 1.829, P = 0.004) and 4th quartile (ORs = 2.064, P = 0.001) for women, but not independently associated with SUA for man. On the other hand, our results revealed increased prevalence of DN for SUA quartile 2 (ORs = 3.643, P = 0.039), quartile 3 (ORs = 3.967, P = 0.024) and quartile 4 (ORs = 9.133, P < 0.001) in men; however, SUA quartiles were significantly associated with DN only for quartile 4 (ORs = 4.083, P = 0.042) in women Conclusion For patients with T2DM, elevated SUA concentration is an independent risk factor for the prevalence of NAFLD and DN after adjustment for other indicators, but not DR or DPN.

scholarly journals P0292CONSTIPATION IN CHINESE ELDERLY: A HIDDEN CAUSE OF CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE AND THE RISK OF RAPID RENAL FUNCTION DECLINE

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Guihua Jian ◽  
Dongsheng Cheng ◽  
Zhi Wang ◽  
Junhui Li ◽  
Qi Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Renal Function ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Retrospective Cohort ◽  
Independent Risk Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Renal Function Decline ◽  
Ckd Stage

Abstract Background and Aims Both constipation and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are common among seniors. However, the association between constipation and CKD remain unclear. This study investigates the correlation between the two to provide a new basis for clinical treatment. Method Data from Shanghai community elderly physical examination database (2010-2018) were used to conduct a cross-sectional study and a retrospective cohort to evaluate the relationship between constipation and the prevalence of CKD and rapid renal function decline in the elderly community. Results The cross-sectional study covered 16,177 participants, with an average age of 71.3. Comparing to no constipation group, seniors with constipation have a higher proportion of suffering from CKD stage 3. Constipation is an independent risk factor contributing to the high prevalence of CKD stage 3 (OR:1.238,95% CI,1.045-1.466). This finding was further tested through a retrospective cohort study that included 4,203 participants with a medium following time of 6.1 years. As a result, 9.5% (n=401) reported to have rapid progression of renal function. After adjustment of confounding factors, the logistic regression analysis indicates that, constipation is an independent predictive variable of rapid renal function decline among aged population. Conclusion Constipation is an independent risk factor for the prevalence of CKD and an independent predictor of rapid renal function decline among seniors in the community. Prevention and treatment for constipation should be taken at an early stage, which may reduce the incidence of CKD and delay the progression of CKD.

scholarly journals Assessment of Hypogonadism in Men With Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 117955141771020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayman Abdullah Al Hayek ◽  
Asirvatham Alwin Robert ◽  
Ghazi Alshammari ◽  
Husain Hakami ◽  
Mohamed Abdulaziz Al Dawish
Keyword(s):  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Independent Risk Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Incidence

Background/objectives: A high incidence of hypogonadism in men with type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been globally reported. This study aimed to determining the frequency of hypogonadism and related risk factors among men with T2D in a single-site hospital in Saudi Arabia. Design and methods: A cross-sectional study was performed on 157 men with T2D (between 30 and 70 years of age). Using a prestructured questionnaire, the demographic features of these patients were gathered and their medical records were referred to gather information regarding the duration of the diabetes, smoking habits, and the presence of retinopathy, neuropathy, and nephropathy. Besides these, the biochemical parameters, total testosterone (TT), free testosterone, sex hormone–binding globulin, follicle-stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone, prolactin, serum lipids, and glycosylated hemoglobin were also recorded. All the patients submitted the fully completed Androgen Deficiency in Aging Male (ADAM) questionnaire. The combination of symptoms (positive ADAM score) plus a TT level ⩽8 nmol/L constituted the condition of hypogonadism. Results: The total frequency of hypogonadism was 22.9% (36/157). Of the 157 total patients, 123 (78.3%) were shown to be ADAM positive, and of these, 90 (73.2%) exhibited decreased libido, 116 (94.3%) had weak erections, and 99 (80.5%) reported more than 3 symptoms of ADAM. Of these hypogonadic patients, 22.2% (n = 8) revealed primary hypogonadism, whereas 77.8% (n = 28) showed secondary hypogonadism. From the univariate analysis conducted, significant relationship was observed between treatment type, body mass index (BMI), and hypogonadism. The regression analysis showed BMI acting an independent risk factor of hypogonadism. Conclusions: Saudi men with T2D revealed a high incidence of hypogonadism. Body mass index was identified as an independent risk factor for hypogonadism.

scholarly journals Rotating Shift-Work as an Independent Risk Factor for Overweight Italian Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study

PLoS ONE ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. e63289 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela Barbadoro ◽  
Lory Santarelli ◽  
Nicola Croce ◽  
Massimo Bracci ◽  
Daniela Vincitorio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Shift Work ◽  
Independent Risk Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rotating Shift Work

scholarly journals PERFIL EPIDEMIOLÓGICO DA CÁRIE DENTÁRIA, CONDIÇÕES PERIODONTAIS E HIGIENE ORAL EM ESCOLARES DO MUNICÍPIO DE CAAPORÃ - PB, BRASIL

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariana Leonel Martins ◽  
George Max de Oliveira Cartaxo ◽  
Wilton Wilney Nascimento Padilha
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Caries Experience ◽  
Caries Prevalence ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Community Periodontal Index ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Oral Conditions

OBJECTIVE: Analyze the oral health conditions of Caaporã-PB students in the dental caries prevalence, periodontal changes and quality of oral hygiene. MATERIAL AND METHOD: A cross-sectional study with 320 students in the ages of 5, 12 and 15 to 19 years with 62, 112 and 146 students, respectively was conducted. The confidence level was 95%, with a 5% margin of error and the sample wasn’t randomly selected. The dmft and DMFT indices for decayed, missing and filled teeth, the Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (SOHI), and Community Periodontal Index (CPI) to assess bleeding gingival and teeth calculus were employed. A descriptive and inferential analysis of the data with Chi-square test (α=0.05) was conducted. RESULTS: The dmft was 3.69+4.71 at 5 years and 42% hadn’t caries experience. The DMFT was obtained, respectively, 2.44+2.60 and 3.73+3.28 at 12 and 15 to 19 years, with 20.6% and 17.1% without caries experience. The median of SOHI was 1.16±0.51 and there wasn’t difference in relation to caries (p>0.05). It was found that 90.1% of students with gum bleeding and 85.7% with teeth calculus had DMFT>1 (p<0.05). CONCLUSION: The caries prevalence was considered high at 5 years, low to 12 and mean at 15 to 19 years. Oral hygiene was classified as regular, being more deficient in children of 5 years. There was association (p<0.05) between decay and gum bleeding conditions (OR=3.117, CI=1.332-7.296) and dental calculus (OR=1.983, CI=1.027-3.829). These results allow the directing of health actions and therefore obtain better oral conditions.

scholarly journals Application of Fractal Analysis in Detecting Trabecular Bone Changes in Periapical Radiograph of Patients with Periodontitis

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Parisa Soltani ◽  
Sajad Sami ◽  
Jaber Yaghini ◽  
Ehsan Golkar ◽  
Francesco Riccitiello ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Trabecular Bone ◽  
Fractal Analysis ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Clinical Attachment Loss ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attachment Loss ◽  
Severe Periodontitis ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Bone Changes

Introduction. Evaluation of detailed features of the supporting bone is an important step in diagnosis and treatment planning for teeth with clinical attachment loss. Fractal analysis can be used as a method for evaluating the complexity of trabecular bone structures. The aim of this study was to evaluate the trabecular bone changes in periapical radiographs of patients with different stages of periodontitis using fractal analysis. Methods. This comparative cross-sectional study was performed on patients with and without clinical attachment loss in mandibular first molars. Teeth with clinical attachment loss were divided into mild, moderate, and severe periodontitis groups. Digital periapical radiographs were obtained from the mandibular first molars using the same exposure parameters. DICOM file of the radiographs was exported to ImageJ software for fractal analysis. Three regions of interest (ROIs) were considered in each radiograph: two proximal ROIs mesial and distal to the mandibular first molar and one apical ROI. Fractal dimension (FD) values were calculated using the fractal box counting approach. Statistical analysis was performed using the chi-square test, Mann–Whitney test, intraclass correlation coefficient, and ANOVA (α = 0.05). Results. FD values were significantly different between moderate and severe periodontitis and healthy periodontal bone ( P < 0.05 ), except for the distal ROI for moderate periodontitis cases ( P = 0.280 ). However, FD values of the supporting bone in periodontally healthy teeth and teeth with mild periodontitis did not show a statistically significant difference ( P > 0.05 ). Conclusion. Fractal analysis is a useful tool for evaluation of bone alterations in moderate and severe periodontitis, but was not able to detect the most initial radiographic bone signs of mild periodontitis.

scholarly journals Health Literacy Associations with Periodontal Disease among Slovak Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 2152
Author(s):  
Silvia Timková ◽  
Tatiana Klamárová ◽  
Eva Kovaľová ◽  
Bohuslav Novák ◽  
Peter Kolarčik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Literacy ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Disease Incidence ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Community Periodontal Index

Periodontal disease is inflammation of the gums and without good oral hygiene, it can progress to periodontitis. Oral hygiene might be related to a patient’s health literacy (HL), defined as ability to gain access, understand, and use information to promote and maintain good health. The aim of our study is to examine the associations of HL with indicators of periodontal disease. A cross-sectional study on 1117 adults (36.2% males; mean age = 36.4, SD = 14.2) attending dental hygiene treatment was conducted. Data on demographics, socioeconomic status, and nine domains of HL (Health Literacy Questionnaire, HLQ) were collected by questionnaire, and Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs (CPITN) was established by the dental hygienist. Data were analysed using t-tests and logistic regression. Respondents with periodontal disease (N = 152) had statistically significantly lower levels of HL in seven out of nine HLQ domains compared to intact patients (N = 818) (t from 3.03 to 4.75, p < 0.01). Association of higher HL in seven domains with lower chance of diagnosed periodontal disease remain significant even after adjustment for age, gender and educational attainment (adjusted ORs 0.55–0.67, p < 0.05). Our findings confirm that an individual’s lower HL is significantly associated with higher chance of periodontal disease incidence, specifically among Slovak adults attending oral hygiene clinics. HL might be a promising factor in the improvement of oral health in this population, worthy of consideration in intervention and preventive activities.

scholarly journals Periodontal Disease in Patients Visiting a Tertiary Care Dental Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 59 (236) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhageshwar Dhami ◽  
Kamal Babu Thapaliya ◽  
Dinesh Kumar Shrestha ◽  
Bidhan Bhandari ◽  
Sujaya Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Dental Hospital ◽  
Community Periodontal Index

Introduction: Periodontitis is chronic disease leading to tooth loss. Oral hygiene practices combined with regular dental examinations keep oral cavity disease free and maintain periodontal health. The primary objective was to find out the prevalence of periodontal disease of patients measured by the Simplified Oral Hygiene Index and Community Periodontal Index. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in department of Periodontics of a tertiary care dental hospital from April to June 2019 after obtaining ethical clearance and informed consent. Participants were recruited by convenience sampling and 183 sample size was calculated. Proforma included demographics, Simplified Oral Hygiene Index, Community Periodontal Index, body mass index, and smoking status. Data were entered in Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23 and descriptive statistics were presented as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Results: Prevalence of periodontal disease corresponding to loss of attachment 1, 2, 3, and 4 was found to in 104 (56.83%) participants. Simplified Oral Hygiene Index score was 1.67±0.89 with “fair” status in majority 114 (62.30%). Gingivitis (Community Periodontal Index 1, 2) was seen in 136 (74.32%). The mean age was 36.37±14.43 years of which 92 (50.27%) were female but smoking was more in males. Conclusions: This study suggests deteriorating periodontal health related to age, sex, oral hygiene, smoking, and BMI. As updated information on oral and periodontal health in Nepal is limited, this assessment would help the national policy makers on oral health intervention measures to prevent periodontitis and develop future programs to improve oral health.

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